Texans give Watt the big bucks

HOUSTON, Texas — The Houston Texans and defensive end J.J. Watt will hold a press conference on Tuesday amid reports he has signed a lucrative extension.

HOUSTON, Texas — The Houston Texans and defensive end J.J. Watt will hold a press conference on Tuesday amid reports he has signed a lucrative extension.

The Texans said Watt will be available to the media at 6 p.m. EDT.

The Houston Chronicle reported late Monday night that Watt and the Texans reached an agreement on a six-year contract extension worth $100 million, which would make him the highest-paid defensive player in the NFL.

According to the report, Watt’s new deal begins in 2016 and includes $51.8 million guaranteed.

Watt was named NFL Defensive Player of the Year in 2012 after registering a league-best 20 1/2 sacks. His sack total dropped to 10 1/2 last season.

The Texans selected Watt 11th overall in 2011.

Welker suspended four games

Denver Broncos wide receiver Wes Welker was suspended four games for violating the NFL’s performance-enhancing drug policy on Tuesday, according to multiple reports.

Welker tested positive for amphetamines and lost his appeal, which took place two weeks ago.

The veteran receiver returned to practice on Monday after suffering a concussion during a preseason game against Houston.